IWAKUNI, Japan - Most jobs in the military are vital to keeping the Marine Corps operational. One job in the Marine Corps that continually allows the station to run smoothly is bulk fuel specialist.

“We are here to support all the squadrons with fuel,” said Lance Cpl. Jonathan J. Combellack, Marine Wing Support Squadron 171 bulk fuel specialist.

Without bulk fuel Marines, the aircraft aboard the station would be unable to accomplish their missions.

“The air station would probably be able to operate; however, there would be no tactical deployments,” said Lance Cpl. Jonathan M. Ward, MWSS-171 bulk fuel specialist. “[The aircraft] wouldn’t be able to go anywhere without us.”

When Operation Tomodachi began, the flight line would have been chaotic had it not been for bulk fuel Marines and other flight line workers.

With the operation in effect, bulk fuel specialists ensured the aircraft were properly fueled.